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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSpecial Event - Martin Luther King Jr Celebration - Jan. 20, 2025J APPLICATION FOR USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR EVENT The following special event has been approved by the Special Events Committee. J865 " Submitted by: Denise Miller Event name: Martin Luther King Jr Celebration Event Date: January 20 2025 Street Closure: Brief Crossings along Jefferson Blvd between County City Building and Century Center Closure Times: 12 : 3 0 pm-1:00 Sidewalk Closure: ❑ Yes 0 No Comments: Annual celebration to honor the life and legacy of Dr Martin Luther King Jr. CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS Elizabeth A. Maradik, President Gary A. Gilot, Member mom-, 4 7-;-� Murray L. Miller, Member �Mw Joseph R. Molnar, Vice President Breana Micou, Member r4k-4) Attest: Theresa M. Heffner, Clerk Date: January 14, 2025 1 F CJ City of South Bend Special Event Application r City and Regional Event $50 application fee if filed 60 days or greater (up to 360 days) in advance of event $100 expedited application fee if filed 30-59 days in advance of event Please Brine Completed Application and Payment to: Public Works Service Center, 731 S. Lafayette Blvd., South Bend, IN Review the Instructions on the Special Events page before completing the application. City and Regional Special Event applications must be submitted more than 30 days in advance of the event date or the application will not be accepted. Section A - Aoplicant Information Date of Application: 12/19/2024 Organization Name: MLK Foundation/Project Impact Applicant(Contact)Name: Gladys Muhammad Applicant (Contact) Phone: 574-323-6292 Contact Email: aladyswmuhammac1Qgmail. com Address: 802 Llncolnway West City/State/ZIP: South Bend, IN 46616 List any professional event organizer, event service provider or commercial fundraiser that is authorized to work on your behalf to plan, produce and/or manage your event. Organization Name: N/A Contact Name: Contact Phone: Contact Email: Address: City/State/ZI P: Section B - Event Information Event Name: Martin Luther King Jr. Cele brat Type: (Festival, Race, Parade, Other): Celebration March Event Classification: ® Non -Profit' ❑ For -Profit [:]City (Civic) Sponsored ❑ Other (If Other, please describe): `The Special Events Committee may request proof of non-profit status. Provide a brief description and timeline of event (Note: A detailed map plan is required in Section H of this application. The description should be a summary overview.) Date of Event Setup[mm/dd/yy]: 1/20/2025 Time: Begin Date of Event [mm/dd/yy]: End Date of Event [mm/dd/yy]: 1 /20/2025 Time: 1 /20/2025 Time: Event Cleanup Completion [mm/dd/yy]: Total anticipated attendance: 300 Time: The proposed event will require the closing of: ❑ Streets 0 Sidewalks This is a march on sidwalks, but no dosing required. • • 0 Is the event ticketed or include fees? ❑ Yes ® No If yes, list fees and fee groups below: Does the event have any partnered sponsorships? ® Yes ❑ No If yes, list the number of sponsors at each level of partnered sponsorship: 1st Source Bank, $3,000 U P- NL 53.000 Ivy Tech Community College, $2.000 ('I SK A(ncan American Conunnnit} Fund, 52.000 Kev Rank, $1.000 NI General. $2.000 Ni3F( ll, 52.000 Beacon liedlih Svstmi. $2.000 Uaklatvu. 52.000 Fvemiso Credit Union. $2.000 South Rend Tribune. 53.000 tin -kind) lour wind, - Pukagun Rand. S,[ (100 St Joseph Cony Public Library 53.000 6oudulll - S2 00 St lnsepph Co uny IN-morratir Pail%% 52.000 Indiana University South Bend. i3000 THK I.LI'. $2.000 University of Nnor Dame $a 000 Is this a returning special event or part of a series of special events? ® Yes ❑ No If yes, provide the date, location, and attendance of past special events and/or future planned events in the series: This is the March Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It is in its 39th year. The march starts at the County -City Building and ends at the Century Center. This will be a march on the sidewalk only. If your event is a parade, race, or other processional -type event, please complete Section C. Otherwise, continue to Section D. Section C - Parades. Races. and other Processional Events What is the estimated number of parade/race spectators on the proposed route? Describe any sound equipment that will be used in the parade/race: • is 40 Does the event have participant categories? For example, a run that has different race divisions or a parade with separate walking/marching groups. ❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, list categories and anticipated participants per category. If your event is a parade, what is the approximate number and type(s) of animals, vehicles, and floats participating in the parade? (Note: If using animals in a parade, event organizers are responsible for cleaning up animal waste left on the parade route.) Describe parade participants below: Section D - Eauioment. Set-up, and Logistics Are you hiring a company to provide entertainment, games or inflatables? ❑ Yes ® No o If yes, you must submit proof of insurance for all stage and entertainment companies three (3) weeks before the event. Describe any hired entertainment: Will you be staking any tents, inflatables, portable restrooms or any other anchorings? ❑ Yes ® No o If yes, you must provide proof of locates (locate number) two (2) weeks prior to your event. Locates can be found by calling 811. Does your event include the use of fireworks, rockets, lasers, or other pyrotechnics? ❑ Yes © No o Depending on the potential fire risk, applicants may need to receive approval of the South Bend Fire Department (process facilitated by event coordinator). o Describe the event's proposed fire -related entertainment: Will there be any musical entertainment features at the event? ❑ Yes ® No • o If yes, describe the type of music, schedule of sound check/performances, and the names of any artists performing: For stage inspections, contact the Department of Homeland Security at 317-232-2222. If your route crosses over a state road or a bridge please contact the followingfor permission: State, IN DOT: County bridges: Michael Hurt Andy Hayes 219-235-7528, Mhurtl@indot.in.gov 574-235-9626, ahayes@cost-joseph.in.us Are you having food at your event (food vendors, caterers, food trucks, etc.)? ❑ Yes [D No o If yes, the event coordinator must apply for and receive a St Joseph County Health Department Temporary Event Permit. o Vendor(s) must also apply for and receive a St. Joseph County Health permit. Health Permits must be filed with the county 30 days prior to the proposed event. Each vendor must obtain necessary permits to serve on -site and display these permits at the event. o All applications and guidelines can be found at the St. Joseph County Health Department Food Service website: sichd.ore/food-service. Please select food sales types: ❑ Food Vendor ❑ Caterer ❑ Food Truck ❑ Other: is If a Food Truck, please list company name: Describe how food will be cooked and served: Section F - Alcohol Will alcohol be served or sold? ❑ Yes x❑ No If no, please continue to Section G - Contingency and Strategic Planning If yes: o The applicant must apply for and receive a temporary liquor license from the Alcohol & Tobacco Commission. Indiana ATC forms are located at in.gov/atc/2409.htm. (Temporary Permits are nearthe bottom of the form list.) Forms must be filed with the district ATC office five (5) days prior to the requested event date. o Application cannot be processed without a copy of this license. o A refundable $400.00 deposit paid by card or check (made to City of South Bend) must be submitted with application. o Application cannot be processed without deposit. Deposit will be returned upon inspection of event area by the Board of Public Works. is please Events with have alcohol sales must provide security. If your event will be hiring a security company, please provide its contact information in sub -section (a) below. Otherwise, please list the names, phone numbers, and qualifications (e.g. off -duty police officer, professional security guard, or event applicant) of three (3) security guards in the fields provided in sub -section (b). (a) • Company Namf Contact Phone: (b) Name: Qualifications:, Name: Qualifications: Name: Qualifications: Contact Name: Email: City/State/ZIP: Contact Phone: Contact Phone: Contact Section G - Contingency and Strategic Planning • For each of the following, please provide detailed descriptions. If you run out of space, attach a response to this application submission. • Emergency Safety Plan - This plan should include, but is not limited to: o The number of Indiana Law Enforcement Academy certified officers, fire, and emergency medical personnel, and the need to use any of the City's public safety or emergency response services. c If hiring a security service, provide contact information and the number of hired event personnel. o Proposed internal communications systems and public address systems. WE will not need any security. The March will only take 10 mins from the County City Building to the Century Center. • Proposed Cleanup Plan -This plan should include, but is not limited to: o Measures in place to collect and remove trash, litter and recyclables. There will be no merchanicse, food or beverage or decorations to clean up. 0 • Inclement Weather Plan - This plan should include, but is not limited to: u Safety measures that will betaken in the event of a tornado warning, tornado watch, • thunderstorm, and extreme temperatures. If the temperature/windchill drops to dangerous levels we will cancel the march other wise the march will continue. • Proposed Lost and Found Plan - This plan should include, but is not limited to: A description of the use of signage, announcements on public address systems or pre -event handouts. WE do not anticipate the need fro this plan. Section H - Site Plan / Route Mao • For parades, races and other processional events: Are you selecting one of South Bend Police Department's (SBPD) pre -approved race routes? ❑ Yes ® No You must select from SBPD's pre -approved race routes (see links on application site) or provide sufficient evidence of event participation if the applicant is proposing a different route through South Bend. If your event will not be using a pre -approved race route, the proposed event map should include a route plan clearly identifying the timing and locations of proposed street closures, and the direction of parade movement. If your event will not be using a pre -approved race route, please explain This event is a march and not a race. Site Plan / Route Map - For All Events: • Provide an attached map with the geographic locations of all event items listed below. • Outline of entire event venue including the names of all affected streets and areas. • Clear markings for street closures and a schedule for each. • Location of fencing, barriers, and/or barricades. indicate any removable fencing and exit locations for emergency purposes. Location of all stages, platforms, bleachers, grandstands, tents, booths, cooking areas, vehicles, trailers, and other temporary structures. Applicants should also clearly mark locations of food and alcohol serving or sales, if applicable. • The location(s) and number of all portable toilets and wash stations. • The location(s) and number of all trash and recycling containers, including dumpsters. • The location of generators or any source of electricity. Traffic plan and map, including proposed loading/drop off areas, barricades, secured areas, vehicle and bicycle parking areas, and considerations for TRANSPO bus route changes. Map attached. Section I - Mitieation of Impact If you are using and/or closing public sidewalks or streets, you are required to notify area business owners and residents. You must: o Present your event concept to the surrounding stakeholders (residents, businesses, and neighborhood groups) that represent the venue area. Attach a copy of the brochure or door hanger distributed to all affected residents/businesses/neighborhood groups describing the event purpose, date and time. • No closing of streets. Section J - Insurance A Certificate of Insurance (copy) confirming the existence of a liability policy (General Liability and Automobile Liability) of not less than $700,000 per occurrence and $1,000,000 aggregate, which specifically names the City of South Bend, IN as an additionally insured for the event must be submitted. Copy of Certificate of Insurance must be submitted two (2) weeks prior to the date of the event. r -1 LJ Section K - Indemnity & Hold Harmless Agreement • City of South Bend Special Events Committee Indemnity & Hold Harmless Agreement Ev ent vent Date: 12/19/2024 1/20/2025 Event Name: Martr n Luther K no Jr. Celebrat on March Organization: Martin Luther King Jr Foundation/Project Impac' Applicant (Contact) Name: Gladys Muhammad Applicant (Contact) Phone: 574-323-6292 Alt. Phone: Email: gladyswmuhammad@gmail.com Address: 802 Llncolnway West City/State/ZIP: Event Location (Please describe): County City Building to Century Center 574-229-4302 South Bend, IN 46616 Length of Event (Dates/Times): 12:30pm - 12:45pm (event could last until 1.00pm Insurance Amount: This event is insured for no less than $700,000 per occurrence and $1,000,000 in aggregate, • and the certificate of insurance includes a rider naming City of South Bend, Special Events Committee, and Board of Public Works as additionally insured for the event. Organization Name: Martin Luther King Jr. Foundation/Project Ipmact agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Civil City of South Bend, Indiana, from any liability, loss, costs, damages or expenses, including attorney fees, which the Civil City of South Bend, Indiana, may suffer or incur as a result of any claims or actions which may be made against the City, its agents, employees, or subdivisions by any person, including a participant in the activity, arising out of the approval of this request by the Civil City of South Bend, Indiana, through the Board of Public Works, to close a portion of the public right-of-way for the event described above, or for any harm or damage alleged to have occurred because of the holding of the special event. The undersigned certifies that he/she is authorized to bind the APPLICANT to these terms. Signed on this Date: 12/19/2024 Authorized Organizer Signature Gladys Muhammad 0 Printed Name and Title Section L - Permit & Agreement 1. Pursuant to Local Ordinance No. 10628-18, there is a $50.00 non-refundable fee for Tier II and III event • applications filed 60 or greater days in advance of the event, or a $100 non-refundable expedited fee for applications filed between 30 and 59 days in advance of the event 2. The APPLICANT must comply with all terms and conditions of this Permit and Agreement 3. The APPLICANT must obtain signatures from and/or make an attempt to notify all residents that reside on the block. A copy of a brochure or door hanger distributed to all affected residents/businesses describing the event purpose, date, time and contact information must be included with the attachments to this application. The applicant is responsible for providing affected residents and business owners with transportation to their property. 4. The APPLICANT shall reimburse the Board for the actual cost to the City for the event, if deemed necessary. 5. Notification of approval/denial of this request will be issued by return of this form, upon signed authorization by the Special Events Committee. 6. The APPLICANT shall provide to the Board a Certificate of Insurance showing a liability policy in full force and effect with limits of $700,000.00 per occurrence and $1,000,000.00 aggregate and the City of South Bend, Special Events Committee, and Board of Public Works listed as an additional named insured for this event. 7. The APPLICANT assumes f ull responsibility for providing ample disposal containers for refuse/recycling and assures the area will be cleaned up upon the conclusion of the event. 8. Barricades will be delivered and picked up at the event location. The APPLICANT is responsible for seeing that all cones are maintained and returned undamaged. 9. The APPLICANT will follow the City of South Bend Noise Ordinance, which is in effect at all hours. Between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. certain noises are particularly prohibited. These include operating radio receiving sets, musical instruments, phonographs and other sound reproduction devices if • audible fifty (50) feet away, as well as shouting, yelling, hooting, whistling, or singing in the streets in a manner to disturb the peace (Municipal Code 13-57). 10. The APPLICANT assures the City that the area will be closed during the times indicated on the application only. Event end times are pursuant to the recommendations of the South Bend Police Department. I have read the Application and the Permit and Agreement for this Special Event and I affirm the truth of the information provided by me to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree to the above rules and regulations, and any applicable state and federal laws. I also understand that this application may be denied based on any false or incomplete information. 12/19/2024 Date: Applicant Signature: Printed Name: Gladys Muhammad SPECIAL EVEN OMMITTEEAPPROV L • ident M er Member Member Member Date City of South Bend 227 W. Jefferson Blvd. South Bend, IN 46601 December 19, 2024 Dear City Officials and Department of Public Works: On behalf of the Martin Luther King Jr. Foundation of St. Joseph County, I am writing to inform you of our upcoming celebration program honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This annual event, now in its 39th year, will take place on Monday, January 20, 2025. The celebration is a day long event with several events honoring Dr. King. A portion of the program will be the Celebration March. The march will begin in the County City Building, where we will host a community gathering to present awards recognizing outstanding contributions to our community. Following the program, we will march to the Century Center as a demonstration of unity and commitment to Dr. King's vision of justice, equality, and peace. We anticipate approximately 300 participants for this meaningful event. We only march on the sidewalks and require no closing of streets or sidewalks. isWe would appreciate the City's support and cooperation in ensuring a successful celebration. We have included the formal application and a map outlining our route. Thank you for your attention and partnership in honoring Dr. King's legacy. We look forward to your support in makingthis event a success. Sincerely, rZ'%adys Gladys Muhmmad MLK Foundation President E • 1� u Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Route of March from County- City Building to Century Center The March will make slight detour to view the MLK/Hesburgh statue and then proceed back to the route. 6h"IOOF1 4'1:'Lffu01R1fL. WC'ea'R+V.nk 4 - Gi¢fSPSmtit t^ffl.9nF4'tll `� 1 Q Q MI J 3 . o Q VMP o. ELMy